What is the average food hygiene rating in Torbay?

The average food hygiene rating in Torbay is 4.65 out of 5, across 1,156 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.

How does Torbay compare with the national average for food hygiene?

80% of rated premises in Torbay hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 0.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Torbay 180 of 328 by 5★ share (rank 1 = highest). Every figure is computed from the same real Food Standards Agency records used across this page.

How many restaurants in Torbay have a 5-star food hygiene rating?

925 food businesses in Torbay hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 80% of the 1,156 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 11 June 2026.

How many food businesses in Torbay have a low hygiene rating?

46 food businesses in Torbay are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 4 rated 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may since have improved — always check the current rating at the FSA.

What does a food hygiene rating actually measure?

The FSA food hygiene rating (0–5) reflects how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises, and how well the business manages food safety, recorded at its last inspection. 5 is Very Good and 0 is Urgent Improvement Necessary. It is not a measure of food quality or taste.

Where does this Torbay food hygiene data come from?

Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Torbay (1,517 establishments on record, 1,156 rated), sourced from ratings.food.gov.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0, as of 2026-06-12. No estimates or survey data are mixed in.

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Food Hygiene Ratings in Torbay

In Torbay, 80% of 1,156 rated food businesses hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating, the highest on the Food Standards Agency scale. The average rating is 4.65/5. These figures cover 1,517 establishments on record (as of 2026-06-12).

Quick answer

Torbay has 925 food businesses rated 5 (Very Good) out of 1,156 rated premises (80%). 46 premises are rated 2 or below and need improvement. The most recent inspection on record is dated 11 June 2026.

5★ share: 80%
National average: 79.7%
vs national average: +0.3 pp
National rank: 180 / 328

Ranked by 5★ share among 328 UK local authorities in our FHRS dataset (rank 1 = highest share). Both figures are computed from the same real Food Standards Agency records.

Rating distribution in Torbay

5★ Very Good

925 (80%)

4★ Good

147 (12.7%)

3★ Generally Satisfactory

38 (3.3%)

2★ Improvement Necessary

9 (0.8%)

1★ Major Improvement Necessary

33 (2.9%)

0★ Urgent Improvement Necessary

4 (0.3%)

Plus 87 awaiting inspection and 274 exempt premises (not included in the rated percentages above).

Percentages are of rated premises only. 87 awaiting inspection and 274 exempt premises are excluded from the percentages.

Food hygiene in Torbay: frequently asked questions

What is the average food hygiene rating in Torbay?: The average food hygiene rating in Torbay is 4.65 out of 5, across 1,156 rated restaurants, takeaways and cafes. This is the mean of real Food Standards Agency (FSA) ratings, as of 2026-06-12.
How does Torbay compare with the national average for food hygiene?: 80% of rated premises in Torbay hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — 0.3 percentage points above the national average of 79.7% across the 328 UK local authorities in the FHRS dataset. That ranks Torbay 180 of 328 by 5★ share (rank 1 = highest). Every figure is computed from the same real Food Standards Agency records used across this page.
How many restaurants in Torbay have a 5-star food hygiene rating?: 925 food businesses in Torbay hold a 5 (Very Good) food hygiene rating — the highest on the FSA scale — which is 80% of the 1,156 rated premises. The most recent inspection on record is dated 11 June 2026.
How many food businesses in Torbay have a low hygiene rating?: 46 food businesses in Torbay are rated 2 or below and need improvement, including 4 rated 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may since have improved — always check the current rating at the FSA.
What does a food hygiene rating actually measure?: The FSA food hygiene rating (0–5) reflects how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises, and how well the business manages food safety, recorded at its last inspection. 5 is Very Good and 0 is Urgent Improvement Necessary. It is not a measure of food quality or taste.
Where does this Torbay food hygiene data come from?: Every figure is computed from real Food Standards Agency records for Torbay (1,517 establishments on record, 1,156 rated), sourced from ratings.food.gov.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0, as of 2026-06-12. No estimates or survey data are mixed in.

Top-rated places in Torbay

Extreme Chocolate/ Extreme BrowniesRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 175 Union Street Torquay · TQ1 4BX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 June 2026
The Co-op TorquayRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Unit 3 4-24 Torwood Street Torquay · TQ1 1EB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 June 2026
Torquay Golf ClubPub/bar/nightclub · Petitor Road Torquay · TQ1 4QF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 11 June 2026
Devon ArmsPub/bar/nightclub · Devon Arms 8-10 Park Lane Torquay · TQ1 2AU
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
The Kingswinford Guest HouseHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 32 Garfield Road Paignton · TQ4 6AX
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Tovy TreatsMobile caterer
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Vicacare LimitedCaring Premises · Riviera Court Hunsdon Road Wellswood Torquay · TQ1 1QB
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Yummy HouseTakeaway/sandwich shop · 21 Abbey Road Torquay · TQ2 5NF
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 10 June 2026
Rainbow Lodge Day NurseryCaring Premises · Torbay Hospital Newton Road Torquay · TQ2 7AA
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Rolys Fudge Pantry TorquayRetailers - other · 10 Vaughan Parade Torquay · TQ2 5EG
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
The Sands HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 32 Sands Road Paignton · TQ4 6EJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026
Torland HotelHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house · 24 Sands Road Paignton · TQ4 6EJ
5/5 · Very GoodInspected 9 June 2026

Places needing improvement in Torbay

Key's World Food StoreRetailers - other · 19 Union Street Torquay Torbay · TQ1 1ES
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 9 March 2026
The Blue Walnut CafeRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · 14 Walnut Road Torquay · TQ2 6HS
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 28 April 2026
Londis / Strand Convenience StoreRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Ground Floor 2 The Strand Torquay · TQ1 2AA
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 5 June 2025
Brixham Yacht ClubRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Overgang Road Brixham · TQ5 8AR
0/5 · Urgent Improvement NecessaryInspected 29 April 2026
Claws IndoorsRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · No5 New Pier Brixham · TQ5 8AW
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 3 October 2025
Berlin German DonerTakeaway/sandwich shop · 1 The Strand Torquay · TQ1 2AA
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 13 March 2026
Bay View LeisureRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen · Brixham Holiday Park Fishcombe Road Brixham Torbay · TQ5 8RB
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 4 September 2025
Devon Fresh MartRetailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · 49 Sherwell Valley Road Torquay · TQ2 6EL
1/5 · Major Improvement NecessaryInspected 10 February 2025

A low rating reflects conditions at the last inspection and may have since improved. Always check the current rating at the FSA before drawing conclusions.

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Methodology

Figures are computed from 1,517 real Food Standards Agency records for Torbay, of which 1,156 carry a 0–5 hygiene rating. The average is the mean of those ratings; percentages exclude awaiting-inspection and exempt premises. No estimates or survey data are mixed in. Data as of 2026-06-12.

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Food hygiene ratings are sourced from the Food Standards Agency at ratings.food.gov.uk. Ratings reflect the most recent inspection on record and may have changed since publication.